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Touching up Water Base Painted Surfaces (Milk Paint, Country Colors, Waterbase Wood Stains)
All furniture develops a patina of fine scratches with use. Occasionally, an accidental nick or scratch occurs that is beyond the definition of patina and requires touch up. While it may not be possible to render such a scratch invisible, it's possible to make it virtually unnoticeable.
To touch up a scratch or nick, lightly dab the area pain from the original can. If too much paint is applied, wipe it off before it dries and try again. You can use a tiny artist brush or a foam brush for a very small imperfection. Once it dries, you may sand lightly with a 3m buffing pad. If Waterbase Topcoat was used, finish off the with a light application of TopCoat offer the repaired area. Use water for any clean up.
Touching up Oil Base Surfaces (Oil base wipe on stains and topcoats, Gel stains and top coats)
To maintain the finish, clean the surface with a damp washcloth and wipe dry. For additional protection, there are many products on the market. Cleaners such as Pledge and Murphy’s Oil Soap are not recommended because they leave a dull residue on the finish. Never use products containing ammonia on water base finishes. Polishes such orange oil work well for routine maintenance. The following are some tips on the different types of polishes.
Furniture Care and Maintenance
To maintain the finish, Mild dish soap is recommended for cleaning up after spills, just as you would clean woodwork. Vinegar can also be used. If a mild abrasive is needed, baking soda toothpaste works well when applied with a soft damp cloth.
For additional protection, there are many products on the market., and some are hazardous to your furniture's health. Cleaners such as Pledge and Murphy’s Oil Soap are not recommended because they leave a dull residue on the finish. Never use products containing ammonia on water base finishes. Polishes such orange oil work well for routine maintenance.
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|  (GFOO) Orange OilOrange Oil is by far the most popular. It can be used on any finish and does a superb job of removing everyday dirt and dust. It is often compared to lemon oil - however the big difference is that lemon oil contains mineral spirits. Orange Oil is all natural, non-combustible and made from real orange rinds. We love its fresh orange scent.
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